In today's day and age, we constantly are hearing accusations of cheating affecting record achievements such as Barry Bonds as the home run king and Roger Clemens' pitching accomplishments. Well, isn't it fantastic that someone establishes a unique mark without a question of integrity.

My friends, whether you agree or disagree with the style of GENERAL ROBERT MONTGOMERY KNIGHT, you must admit that he has done things the old fashioned American way. He rolls up his sleeves and it is all about WORK, BABY, WORK!

If you have ever been treated to a practice session, it is like a surgeon at work, an artist who teaches, motivates and inspires. Yes, he is a throwback to the days of LOMBARDI, a leader who is able to get the most out of every athlete.

Think about all he has accomplished, three national titles, numerous conference championships and All-America players. That said, Knight is all about teaching and his love for the game of basketball. His goal is to see his team improve each and every day. And he does things the right way.

There are no allegations of wrongdoing ever. It is a story about players wanting to get better, to learn from one of the greatest coaches of all-time. He is a Hall of Famer in every sense of the word.

It all started over four decades ago at West Point and he still has that raging competitive drive. It was great to see the crowd in Lubbock giving him a great salute when the Red Raiders knocked off a very talented Texas A&M squad. Knight had to be proud of the defensive effort that shut down the Aggies.

Congrats to the General, Robert Montgomery Knight, on a very special milestone. Hopefully he will be able to keep going to reach 1,000 Ws one day!

Dick Vitale coached the Pistons and the University of Detroit before broadcasting ESPN's first college basketball game in December 1979. Send him a question for possible use on ESPNEWS.